Updated
Updated · Yahoo Sports · Jun 27
Canucks Take 6-Foot-7 Brooks Rogowski at No. 33 to Open NHL Draft Round 2
Updated
Updated · Yahoo Sports · Jun 27

Canucks Take 6-Foot-7 Brooks Rogowski at No. 33 to Open NHL Draft Round 2

3 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · Jun 27

Summary

  • No. 33 overall opened the second round with Vancouver selecting Oshawa center Brooks Rogowski, making the Canucks three-for-three on OHL picks in the 2026 draft.
  • Rogowski brings rare size at 6-foot-7 and scored 42 points in 46 games last season for a rebuilding Generals team.
  • The Canucks targeted a big center who uses his reach and frame effectively below the hashmarks while still showing soft skill around the net.
  • Day two in Buffalo followed a first round that produced seven OHL selections, with several more league prospects projected to go early Saturday.

Insights

Is the OHL's draft dominance a sign of superior development, or are NHL teams simply overlooking talent in other leagues?
With teams prioritizing high-risk players, will 'boom-or-bust' prospects like Ryan Roobroeck define the 2026 NHL draft class?
After drafting three straight OHL players, are the Canucks building a powerhouse or just playing it safe with familiar talent?